Orphanage Work with INTVS in Ho Chi Minh, from $360
About Program
International volunteers on this program work at one of two orphanages in Ho Chi Minh city. Depending on the orphanage, tasks can vary slightly, but in general are the following:
- Caring for 10 – 20 orphans.
- Teaching of songs, games and art, as well as some English.
- Teaching English to primary level children at one of the two orphanages.
- Assisting with physical therapy to some of the 35 disabled children at one of the orphanages.
- At one of the orphanages, volunteers at times also assist with gardening, farming or (basic) construction work.
One orphanage is a half hour bus ride from the volunteer accommodation and the other is a 75 minute bus ride away.
Volunteers stay in shared accommodation with anything ranging from 10 to a maximum of 36 volunteers (depending on the season). The house is fully equipped and is located at about a 20 minute drive from the heart of Ho Chi Minh City. NGO staff provides orientation and three meals a day (from Monday to Friday).
Consider your impact: Volunteering abroad can be a rewarding experience for both volunteers and local communities, and at Go Overseas, we believe all volunteers should have the resources to make informed decisions about the type of volunteer project they want to partake in. However, despite best intentions, some organizations offering placements in orphanages may unknowingly place children in danger. You can read about the potential dangers of orphanage volunteering here.
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